Worth purchase?... Haynes Repair Manual and/or Factory Service Manual

[KATfishing]

2008 Yukon Denali, 147K. I'm not a mechanic/technician, but I do my own brakes, replace belts, etc... and basic work where I can save money and learn something. I thought it might be nice to own a Hayne's Repair Manual (I had one for a car years ago), but then I noticed on eBay that you can also purchase CDs/download links for a Factory Service Workshop Repair Manual. Not to complicate it, but I also came across the Chilton Repair Manual. I know there is much available through this forum and through online searches, but I am still wondering if it's worth the buy to own any of these resources. Please weigh in! Thank you

 

[Big Mama]

Yes and a good scanner like the Tech2. forums can help possible solutions but the manual has detailed testing and repair instructions. They pay for themselves quickly

 

[swathdiver]

2008 Yukon Denali, 147K. I'm not a mechanic/technician, but I do my own brakes, replace belts, etc... and basic work where I can save money and learn something. I thought it might be nice to own a Hayne's Repair Manual (I had one for a car years ago), but then I noticed on eBay that you can also purchase CDs/download links for a Factory Service Workshop Repair Manual. Not to complicate it, but I also came across the Chilton Repair Manual. I know there is much available through this forum and through online searches, but I am still wondering if it's worth the buy to own any of these resources. Please weigh in! Thank you

Chilton and Hayne's are good for the basics and some simple things. The factory shop manual has everything and combine that with a Tech-2, you can then solve and fix just about anything that comes up. At the very least, you'll know what is wrong and whether or not you want to fix it yourself or pay someone to. Also helps keep you from getting snookered.

 

[KATfishing]

The factory shop manual has everything and combine that with a Tech-2, you can then solve and fix just about anything that comes up.

Swath... do you think this listing is what you'd expect when purchasing a service manual? Does it look like the real thing? Here is the link: https://www.ebay.com/itm/GMC-Yukon-...y-Workshop-Service-Repair-Manual/173787548272

 

[swathdiver]

Looks good to me. $8 less than the guy I bought mine from, SeriousCTBuyer.

 

[KATfishing]

Looks good to me. $8 less than the guy I bought mine from, SeriousCTBuyer.

Thank you!

 

[swathdiver]

Let us know how you like it. My data comes mostly from the 2007 Escalade but covers the others including the Avalanche and pickups where applicable and their updates to 2013 or 2014.

 

[thompsoj22]

Swath... do you think this listing is what you'd expect when purchasing a service manual? Does it look like the real thing? Here is the link: https://www.ebay.com/itm/GMC-Yukon-...y-Workshop-Service-Repair-Manual/173787548272

Just bought one also, For that price it seems to good to be true but im hopeful! I am a trump supporter and between the knock off tech2 and this dvd im definitley part of the problem in regard to proprietary copyrights. Oh well it is hard to be loyal when the real deal is out of my price range?

 

[swathdiver]

Just bought one also, For that price it seems to good to be true but im hopeful! I am a trump supporter and between the knock off tech2 and this dvd im definitley part of the problem in regard to proprietary copyrights. Oh well it is hard to be loyal when the real deal is out of my price range?

There's that but patents expire after so many years and I had not previously considered that's how the Chicoms got away with selling them here in the states. That, or they are 10% different in some way.

 

[KATfishing]

I also purchased it today. The seller sent me a message and asked if I wanted to download it (in lieu of CD I would assume)... I said possibly, but would want CD if any issues with download. Waiting for a response. Regarding rights, this was included at the end of the eBay listing:

This listing does not violate any ebay policy or copyright policy. Because of the GNU/GPL we are allowed to list this manual.
This is either on the public domain, copyright free and/or has resale rights owned by us.
This doesnt infringe the ebay rules/policy, copyrights or trademarks.
The listing including the description has been created by me based on the manuals.
The listing doesnt violate any ebay rules,copyright policy, or trademarks. It is either in the public domain, copyright free, or we have resale rights.
This Maunal doesnt have connection with autodata products. Some of its content is distributed freely under the terms of the GNU Public License and GNU Lesser General Public License.
It can be freeware freely distributing. According to the EU Laws reported in July 2002 N1400/2002 Article 4, car makers must give to independent garages and other interested persons access
to repair information. Selling workshops, Technical Repair, Technical Specification informatio, Catalog for parts and diagnostic data for vehicles doesnt constitute any kind of infringement rights.
It isnt property of software corporations or car making companies.We or our Agents/suppliers hold all copyright and/or IP rights for these products,we therefore have full and legal rights to distribute/sell them.

 

[KATfishing]

Just bought one also, For that price it seems to good to be true but im hopeful! I am a trump supporter and between the knock off tech2 and this dvd im definitley part of the problem in regard to proprietary copyrights. Oh well it is hard to be loyal when the real deal is out of my price range?

Did you choose to download it? If so, how do you like it? I decided to have the seller send a CD instead and just received tracking.

 

[thompsoj22]

Did you choose to download it? If so, how do you like it? I decided to have the seller send a CD instead and just received tracking.

Im having it sent to me, Not very proficient with data/ tech/downloading/opening/unzipping/opening with/saving as/32/64 yikes! Im old school, id like to recieve it in the mail, Open it up and be able to use it!

 

[KATfishing]

I received my service manual CD today and spent a while looking over the PDFs. It is really decent for the price of $17! It appears to be all GM diagrams and service/repair steps. There are torque specs for everything. It's a little tiring looking at the line drawings, but it is what it is. I'll fill in with other resources if I need a video tutorial or actual photos. Again, $17! Pretty great for that.

 

[Bart Hinder]

Im having it sent to me, Not very proficient with data/ tech/downloading/opening/unzipping/opening with/saving as/32/64 yikes! Im old school, id like to recieve it in the mail, Open it up and be able to use it!

The Nineties called. They want their CD-ROM drive back.

I've got about 2000 blank CDs and DVDs that I'll never use.

 

[KATfishing]

The Nineties called. They want their CD-ROM drive back.

I've got about 2000 blank CDs and DVDs that I'll never use.

Yep, I know what you mean! I dragged all the files into a folder on my desktop. The CD is now just a backup.

 

[Bart Hinder]

Yep, I know what you mean! I dragged all the files into a folder on my desktop. The CD is now just a backup.

I'm a VMware guy. Every time I get a new computer, I virtualize the old one so I'll always be able to fire it up if I need to.

 

[thompsoj22]

I received my service manual CD today and spent a while looking over the PDFs. It is really decent for the price of $17! It appears to be all GM diagrams and service/repair steps. There are torque specs for everything. It's a little tiring looking at the line drawings, but it is what it is. I'll fill in with other resources if I need a video tutorial or actual photos. Again, $17! Pretty great for that.

The one i received requires it's own "virtual machine operating system" and i cant get it to work. Ill search around and find the pdf version.

 

[thompsoj22]

On a better thought i got the tech2 today, wow, lots of cables, connectors, adapters, inedible candi, and a couple of discs. Soooooooooooooooooooo how do you work this thing!lol, i have the instructions/startup from another post but it amazes me the necessary computer skills required to operate test equipment. YIKES! I think im glad i got it?

 

[dntnvme]

I also purchased it today. The seller sent me a message and asked if I wanted to download it (in lieu of CD I would assume)... I said possibly, but would want CD if any issues with download. Waiting for a response. Regarding rights, this was included at the end of the eBay listing:

This listing does not violate any ebay policy or copyright policy. Because of the GNU/GPL we are allowed to list this manual.
This is either on the public domain, copyright free and/or has resale rights owned by us.
This doesnt infringe the ebay rules/policy, copyrights or trademarks.
The listing including the description has been created by me based on the manuals.
The listing doesnt violate any ebay rules,copyright policy, or trademarks. It is either in the public domain, copyright free, or we have resale rights.
This Maunal doesnt have connection with autodata products. Some of its content is distributed freely under the terms of the GNU Public License and GNU Lesser General Public License.
It can be freeware freely distributing. According to the EU Laws reported in July 2002 N1400/2002 Article 4, car makers must give to independent garages and other interested persons access
to repair information. Selling workshops, Technical Repair, Technical Specification informatio, Catalog for parts and diagnostic data for vehicles doesnt constitute any kind of infringement rights.
It isnt property of software corporations or car making companies. Our Freightliner Sprinter Workshop Manual 2001-2007 Download rights are held by us or our Agents/suppliers who hold all copyright and/or IP rights for these products, we therefore have full and legal rights to distribute/sell them.

Hi, For a DIY owner the Factory Service Manual is absolutely worth it over Haynes or Chilton. It is what dealership technicians actually use and covers every procedure in full detail with accurate torque specs and wiring diagrams specific to your exact vehicle. Haynes and Chilton are fine for beginners but often oversimplify procedures and lack the depth you will need as you tackle more repairs on your Yukon Denali. The CD or download version is perfectly fine and often easier to navigate than a printed copy. Worth every penny!

 

[opfor2]

Why not get it for free? https://charm.li/